Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Oak processionary caterpillars emerge earlier than ever due to heat and sun
The first oak processionary caterpillars of the spring have been spotted in the Netherlands, appearing earlier than ever before due to warm and sunny weather. These sightings were reported in Hengelo ...
Ali B's lawyer seeks acquittal in Heiloo rape case
The lawyer for rapper Ali B has requested an acquittal from the Amsterdam court of appeal regarding charges of sexual assault and rape. The allegations stem from an incident involving a woman during a...
Principled Max Verstappen sends message by dismissing reporter and settles old score once again
Max Verstappen dismissed an English journalist during a media session in Japan, signaling he had reached his limit with the reporter's conduct. The incident was not part of a calculated media strategy...
Barbara Sloesen and Joost Hofman regular columnists for new magazine LINDA.mini
Actress Barbara Sloesen and musician Joost Hofman have been named as regular columnists for the new magazine LINDA.mini, which is aimed at parents of young children. The couple will contribute a duo c...
Will Leonie Hijne of Bonhoeffer College be named 'Sustainable Teacher' of the Year? 'It started when I harvested vegetables with the class at De Zanderij'
Leonie Hijne, a teacher at the Bonhoeffercollege in Castricum, is a nominee for the Sustainable Teacher of the Year 2026 award. The winner will be announced on March 26 during a ceremony at the Musis ...
Spaarnwoude climbing wall gets new routes as current ones don't 'flow well': 'Perfect intro to outdoor climbing, but 5a minimum required'
Bjørn Vogelaar and Jim Wessels from Haarlem have been hired to create new routes and update existing ones at the Spaarnwoude climbing wall in Velsen-Zuid. The project aims to improve the climbing exp...
Caprera park reopens, deceased dog did not have Weil's disease
Caprera hiking park in Bloemendaal has reopened after a two-day closure sparked by fears that a dog had died from Weil’s disease. Further investigation confirmed the dog did not have the bacterial i...
Prosecutors seek acquittal for Ali B for sexual assault of Jill Helena
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service (OM) has requested an acquittal for artist Ali B regarding the alleged sexual assault of Jill Helena during an appeal hearing. Prosecutors stated on the second day...
Paul de Leeuw celebrates 65th birthday with concert at Rotterdam Ahoy
Singer and presenter Paul de Leeuw will celebrate his 65th birthday with a special concert at Rotterdam Ahoy on March 26, 2027. He will be joined by several guest performers for the event in the Rotte...
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Heritage of the Week | Amsterdam Car City
This 'Heritage of the Week' feature examines Amsterdam's history as a car-centric city, visible through the wide streets of Plan Zuid and specialized garage buildings. These urban elements highlight t...
Influencer Jade Anna's Heemskerk home finally sold after almost a year on Funda
Dutch influencer Jade Anna van Vliet has sold her house in Heemskerk after the property spent nearly a year on the real estate market. The residence, located on the Maerelaan, had been listed on Funda...
Things turn out differently for Mitchel Michaelis: Goalkeeper cannot resist Katwijk's call. 'Discussed it at length with my wife'
Goalkeeper Mitchel Michaelis is set to transfer from the Haarlem-based club Koninklijke HFC to VV Katwijk this summer. The Volendam resident decided to make the move after being convinced by Katwijk's...
How to turn your garden into a year-round outdoor space
The article explores how residents in Haarlem and across the Netherlands can transform compact gardens into year-round outdoor living spaces. It highlights that while Dutch weather is unpredictable, s...
Canoe polo at De Trekvogels is the largest competitive branch. 'The smaller the boat, the greater the happiness'
The canoe polo department at the Trekvogels club in Haarlem has grown to be its largest competitive section. Members recently gathered at their Jan Gijzenkade clubhouse to socialize after training in ...
Paying with smartphone or smartwatch more popular than debit card for the first time
In 2025, mobile and smartwatch payments in the Netherlands became more popular than traditional debit card use for the first time. Nearly 60% of all card-based transactions were cardless, representing...
Snoop Dogg stars in new crime thriller
Snoop Dogg is set to star in and produce a new crime thriller titled 'God Of The Rodeo.' The American rapper and artist described the project as a life-changing honor according to reports from Deadlin...
Clocks forward an hour: It’s not terrible, but not necessarily good—and it affects men and women differently. What to do?
This weekend, clocks will move forward by one hour to mark the beginning of daylight saving time. The article explores the health impacts of this shift and discusses why women may be more affected by ...
Paintbrush in one hand, mimosa in the other: you’ll want to try this new concept in Haarlem
A new 'paint, sip & brunch' event is launching at Locael in Haarlem, combining a social brunch with a creative painting workshop. Participants can enjoy a meal and drinks before picking up a paintbrus...
Conviviality is trumps at De Brulboei klaverjas club in IJmuiden: 'Mistakes are made, but never on purpose'
The De Brulboei klaverjas club in IJmuiden provides a social and friendly environment for local residents to enjoy the traditional card game. Members emphasize a positive atmosphere where mistakes are...
Renovating neglected Haarlem playgrounds will cost between 3 and 7 million euros
Renovating Haarlem's 16 dilapidated playgrounds is estimated to cost between three and seven million euros. The Haarlem City Council aims to take over maintenance responsibilities to improve the facil...
New university library also overcrowded: Half an hour searching and still no spot
Students at the University of Amsterdam are facing severe overcrowding at the newly opened library on the former Binnengasthuisterrein, often lining up before opening to secure a spot. While the facil...
What should I do with mistletoe in my garden?
Boer Tom provides gardening advice to a reader from Den Helder regarding a mistletoe plant she previously planted in her garden. The reader is seeking information on whether the plant can be pruned an...
Uitgeest battles weeds: first brushcutters and boiling water, then the street sweeper
The municipality of Uitgeest has launched its seasonal weed control program for paved surfaces, including sidewalks, bike paths, and streets. Maintenance crews are using a combination of brush cutters...
Women off sick due to stress twice as often as men
Women are twice as likely as men to take sick leave due to stress, especially those between the ages of 25 and 45. On average, employees who stop working due to stress-related issues remain absent for...
Soy Kroon portrays cabaret artist Frans Halsema: ‘His mother-in-law said: you must do this’
Bus 35 to disappear, leading Tuindorp Oostzaan to fear the worst: ‘It makes no sense’
Triple Threat forced to let Lions go and is now in the waiting room
The Haarlem basketball team Triple Threat suffered a defeat against the Lions from Landsmeer despite a strong performance during one phase of the match. The loss places the team in a waiting position ...
River cruise ship hits Amsterdamsebrug, captain slightly injured
A river cruise ship collided with the Amsterdamsebrug over the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal on Wednesday evening, causing significant damage to the vessel's wheelhouse and slightly injuring the skipper. The ...
'When he skips, I know he feels good': Haarlem's first skipping zone opens on the Dreef.
Haarlem has launched its first "skipping zone" on the Dreef, an initiative by Justine Kluen to promote skipping as a simple way to improve mental health. The zone was officially inaugurated alongside ...